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Oil on bottom of engine - sometimes 850

posted by  MartyF on  Wed Nov 2 13:26 CST 2005
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Hi Donuts...

There seems to be a bit of controversy about oil drain plug gaskets, and the torque for the plug. I really don't see any difference between copper and aluminum washers, and have never had a problem with either one. As far as the torque spec goes, there also seems to be some disagreement as to what is best over the long run. Frankly, I don't torque my drain plug... I tighten it until I feel the washer crushing, then just give it a bit extra.

But are you sure that the drain plug is the source of your oil leak? It sounds to me more like a turbo oil return line o-ring leaking. Have you taken a look where the line goes into the back of the engine to see if that is really the problem? It's quite common, and is a pretty easy three bolt fix, using $6.00 worth of parts (gasket and replacement o-ring).

Wish I could offer more information.

Regards

Marty
'96 855T






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New Oil on bottom of engine - sometimes [850]
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